2010 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Mini | Fiat |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2548 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
